{
  "id": 3046157,
  "title": "Government eases Bawku motorbike restrictions from August 25",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/24/government-eases-bawku-motorbike-restrictions-from-august-25",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-24T14:41:46.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
    "slug": "myjoyonline-ghana",
    "url": "https://www.myjoyonline.com/govt-eases-bawku-motorbike-restrictions-from-august-25/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The government of Ghana has recently relaxed restrictions on motorbike riding in the Bawku Municipality and surrounding areas of the Upper East Region. Starting from August 25, both male and female residents will be allowed to ride motorbikes between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. daily, as part of measures aimed at ensuring security and public order. This decision comes after a review by the Minister for the Interior, following advice from the National Security Council and an Executive Instrument.\n\nThe new directive permits motorbike use during the daytime hours, representing a significant relaxation of previous restrictions. However, the government has maintained restrictions on nighttime motorbike riding and has not altered the existing curfew, which remains in place from 10:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m.\n\nIn addition to the eased restrictions, the government has reiterated its zero-tolerance policy regarding the possession and carrying of arms, ammunition, and offensive weapons within the municipality. Violators will face arrest and prosecution. The government has also called upon traditional leaders, community leaders, and residents to exercise restraint and promote peace and stability in the area. They are urged to resolve disputes and address challenges through non-violent means, encouraging constructive dialogue and peaceful solutions.",
  "summary": "Government has eased restrictions on motorbike riding in Bawku Municipality and its environs in the Upper East Region, allowing both men and women to ride between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. daily.",
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "GBC Ghana",
        "title": "Bawku motorbike restrictions eased from August 25",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/24/bawku-motorbike-restrictions-eased-from-august-25",
        "published": "2026-08-24T16:08:45.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Adom Online",
        "title": "Bawku motorbike restrictions eased as government allows daytime riding",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/24/bawku-motorbike-restrictions-eased-as-government-allows-daytime-riding",
        "published": "2026-08-24T16:28:18.000Z"
      }
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}